Telecoil
A small coil inside the hearing aid that picks up sounds directly from compatible phones and hearing loops. These may be used in public places. Manufacturers may use the following terms:
- t-coil
- audio induction loops.
Mobile phone and device connectivity
Connect your hearing aids with Bluetooth® devices. May be used for phone calls, audio streaming and hearing aid control.
Manufacturers may use the following terms:
- streaming
- made for iPhone (MFI)
- made for Android
- bluetooth.
Accessory connectivity
Links your hearing aids to other hearing devices. These can include remote microphones and TV streamers.
Manufacturers may use the following terms:
- app connectivity
- bluetooth
- streaming
- TV streamer
- remote control.
Phone assistive technology
Detects when a phone is being used and adjusts hearing aid settings for you.
Manufacturers may use the following terms:
- automatic phone detection
- telephone mode
- telephone program.
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